Encoder with hard plastic (not glass) disc

The HS35R vector-duty encoder has a hearty plastic disc that withstands 400 g shocks — plus larger bearings that resist runout. Improved seals protect against contamination. In addition, its ASIC phased-array sensing module is farther from the disc than those of typical encoders — for a more forgiving arrangement.

Seals fling water and dirt away

DODGE E-Z KLEEN and ULTRA KLEEN bearings include triple-lip seals that keep out contaminants, while a rubberized flinger expels any debris that works its way into the component. A Maxlife ball cage retains lubrication and prevents washout.

What it means to you: Longer service life in dirty environments for more uptime; polymer or stainless housings.

Extra-long transducer withstands 150 g

Micropulse Generation 7 linear-position transducers have stroke lengths to 300 in., and shock ratings 50% better than those of previous versions. Other improvements are boosted EMI immunity and ingress protection to IP68, all in a backward-compatible design.

What it means to you: Consistently accurate position feedback, even at startup; mechanism requires no rehoming.

Totally smooth conveyors collect no dust

DustPruf 2300 and 5300 Series conveyors have streamlined geometry that eliminates points where debris can collect — but with frame SmartSlots that still allow hardware mounting. Widths range from 2 in. to 3 ft wide, and lengths reach up to 83 ft long, in several versions; speeds reach 260 ft/min.

What it means to you: All the integration capabilities of T slots without their tendency to collect debris.

Torque limiter outperforms electronics

SL Series mechanical torque limiters are not bulky and heavy like other mechanical varieties. They also don't pose the same vulnerability as electronic current limitation, which can decelerate rotating masses at rates that risk torque overload through reflected inertia, and exceed a motor's peak torque rating.

What it means to you: The limiter disengages at 5 to 700 Nm, and reduces drive power consumption.

Planetary gear unit eliminates oversizing

The PHQ planetary gear unit boosts torque up to 35% while extending life and maintaining up to 93% efficiency — for outputs to 88,500 in.-lb.

What it means to you: Compact gear unit allows for smaller and more efficient designs; it increases torsional rigidity up to 80% for fewer positioning errors. Ratios range from 18:1 to 600:1; peak input speed is up to 7,000 rpm.

Helical-bevel box in worm-gear envelope

IronMan E Series gear reducers put out up to 8.5 hp with 90% efficiency across all ratios — as there's none of the sliding friction that limits worm-drive efficiency to 45% to 85%. However, the reducers are designed with the same footprint as previous worm gear drives.

What it means to you: Higher efficiency and torque from a given footprint — for motor downsizing and reduced energy costs. Ratios are from 7.8:1 to 60:1; triple-reduction units are possible.